I'm having a difficult time believing that we are half way through August.
The last month and a half is just one big blur to me and in the midst of it all, time just seemed to slipped away; but isn't that the story of life?
I'm all about the little moments. So, take a moment with me to forget about the world's problems and enjoy a key lime bar.
This refreshing dessert boasts of a cool and creamy whipped filling. The best part is that it is practically a no-bake dessert. I did bake the crust for 15 minutes in the oven, but if you wish to make it completely no-bake refer to my notes on the recipe card.
Key Lime Bars
- Total Time: 20 minutes
Ingredients
Crust:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (about 3 sleeves) graham crackers, crushed
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 4 tablespoons butter, chilled
Key Lime Filling:
- 1 can (14 oz.) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
- Zest of 1 lime
- 2 cups whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Shredded coconut for garnish
Instructions
Crust:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Combine flour, graham crackers, oats and butter together, then blend with a pastry blender. Press to the bottom of a square baking dish and bake for 10 minutes. Remove and let cool completely before filling.
Key Lime Filling:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together condensed milk with lime juice and lime zest. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl whip cream and sugar together until stiff peaks form. Fold into the condensed milk and lime mixtures until a smooth thick batter comes together. Pour into the prepared crust and top with coconut flakes.
- Cover with clingfilm and refrigerate for several hours before serving.
Notes
To make this recipe completely no-bake, mix 11/2 cups crushed graham crackers, a tablespoon of sugar with 4-5 tablespoons melted butter. Press to the bottom of your pie dish and proceed with the rest of the recipe as directed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
xo,
Tammy<3
Jess says
Wow! I so pinned this! YUM!
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Nutmeg Nanny says
These bars looks so good! Growing up my grandma would always make me key lime pie as my birthday "cake" because I loved it more. This totally reminds me of her delicious pie. Great recipe!
Liz @ I Heart Vegetables says
I had actually never had key lime pie until I moved to Richmond about 6 years ago! Maybe it's more common in the south? Either way, it was delicious and I've been craving it since!
Patricia @ Grab a Plate says
These bars -- so dreamy! They're like fluffy, dreamy treats! Beautiful.
Jill Skinner says
I only see instructions #1. I assume the rest of the ingredients are mixed together, but do you whip the cream first and fold in, or mix it all as is??? Thanks
Living the Gourmet says
Hi Jill,
I apologize for that! I just corrected that.
Whisk the condensed milk with the lime juice and zest separately, then whip the cream and sugar together.
Fold the whipped cream into the condensed milk/lime juice mixtures. Refrigerate for a few hours to set until serving.
Hope this helps!
Thank you for stopping by and I hope you enjoy these Key Lime Bars as much as we did!
Toodles,
Tammy<3
Jill Skinner says
Thank you !!!! Can't wait to make them.